AFSOC ACTS Program Management Sr, Manager

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Marietta, GA

47d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Lockheed Martin, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge training solutions to ensure mission readiness for our warfighters. Our Mobility and Distributed Training Solutions (MDTS) sub-market segment, within Air and Commercial Solutions (ACS), supports the Air Force Special Operations Command Air Commando Training Support (AFSOC ACTS)/ACTS II Program by providing advanced simulator modifications and training capabilities. As a Portfolio Program Management Sr. Manager, you will lead multiple simulator modification projects and sustainment services supporting AFSOC ACTS/ACTS II. You will oversee the execution of all phases of the project life cycle, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives are met. Your responsibilities will include: Managing cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality training solutions. Overseeing EVM baseline creation, execution, and business rhythm for assigned modifications. Acting as the primary customer liaison, ensuring alignment with AFSOC ACTS/ACTS II requirements. Driving risk and opportunity management to optimize project outcomes. Collaborating with other program managers and functional teams to ensure seamless execution. Develop new business and strategic plans to keep sold and grow business Leading proposal development, contract negotiations, and execution of modifications. Providing status updates and reports to internal leadership and external customers. Continue to drive 1LMX adoptions into the program At Lockheed Martin, we are driven by innovation and dedicated to supporting our military personnel with the most advanced training technologies. Our teams thrive in high-impact, collaborative environments, where we solve complex challenges to enhance operational effectiveness. You are a strategic, results-driven leader with a passion for program execution and customer engagement.

Requirements

Program or project management experience, preferably in defense or aerospace.
Strong leadership and team coordination skills in a cross-functional environment.
Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and risk management.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
A track record of successfully managing complex technical programs from inception to completion.
Demonstrated team building and interpersonal skills, capable of relationship building with customers and employees at all levels and across multiple geographic locations.
Ability to effectively manage a diverse team which includes both LM employees as well as subcontractors.
Expert in Cost/Scheduled Management and Performance Excellence experience
Experience with LM Program Management and Performance Excellence policies and procedures.
Demonstrated Business acumen.
Strong understanding of program financial measurements including Earned Value Management System (EVMS) and knowledge of program management processes.
Experienced risk management skills.
Demonstrated experience shaping, developing, delivering and negotiation change proposals.
Must be willing to travel 25-50% of the time.
Ability to support domestic and international travel.
Active secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

C-130J and CV-22 Program Experience
Understanding of Training System operations
Cost Account Management, Risk Manager, EVMS and Schedule Risk Assessment experience.
Experience in growing training programs through introduction of new product and services, ECPs, etc.
Large scale development program experience
Formal Program Management or Subcontract Management training
Experience interfacing with domestic and international customers
Working knowledge of Defense acquisition process
SOCOM experience, AF Special Operations, AF program office
PM Level 2 Certified
Leadership Program Experience (e.g., PMDP, ATLP, etc.)

Responsibilities

Managing cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality training solutions.
Overseeing EVM baseline creation, execution, and business rhythm for assigned modifications.
Acting as the primary customer liaison, ensuring alignment with AFSOC ACTS/ACTS II requirements.
Driving risk and opportunity management to optimize project outcomes.
Collaborating with other program managers and functional teams to ensure seamless execution.
Develop new business and strategic plans to keep sold and grow business
Leading proposal development, contract negotiations, and execution of modifications.
Providing status updates and reports to internal leadership and external customers.
Continue to drive 1LMX adoptions into the program